Body systemsQuestion 799 of 1700
Menopause usually occurs at what time of life?
- Early twenties, soon after puberty ends
- Mid-thirties, after the first pregnancy
- Late sixties, after retirement
- Late forties to early fifties, when estrogen declines
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Correct answer: Late forties to early fifties, when estrogen declines
Estrogen declines around that time.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 11.11: Reproductive System
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026